Acne rosacea

Adult Acne

Basic Information

Description

Chronic inflammation of skin of the face (usually cheeks
and nose). It tends to arise between ages 30 and 50 and
is more common in women, but more severe in men.
Extensive nose involvement, mostly in men, is called
rhinophyma.

Frequent signs and symptoms

Unsightly red, thickened skin on the nose and cheeks.
Small blood vessels are visible on the skin surface.